NFL· Season 2026
Cleveland Browns dominated New England Patriots 37-13 in their preseason finale at Huntington Bank Field, leading 27-13 at halftime and shutting out the Patriots in the second half.
Match Analysis
AI SummaryCleveland Browns dominate New England Patriots 37-13 in preseason finale
The Cleveland Browns closed out their preseason campaign in emphatic fashion, dismantling the New England Patriots 37-13 at Huntington Bank Field. A dominant first-half performance saw the Browns race to a 27-13 halftime lead before shutting the Patriots out entirely in the second half.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New England Patriots | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Cleveland Browns | 17 | 10 | 0 | 10 | 37 |
First Quarter: Browns storm out of the gates
Cleveland came flying out of the tunnel and immediately set the tone. The Browns offence marched down the field with authority, scoring 17 points in the opening quarter to seize control of the game. The Patriots responded with a touchdown of their own to keep it close at 17-7 after 15 minutes, but it was clear the Browns were the sharper side.
Second Quarter: Browns extend the lead
The Browns continued their offensive onslaught in the second quarter, adding another 10 points to their tally. Cleveland's defence tightened up, holding the Patriots to just six points in the quarter as the home side took a commanding 27-13 lead into the locker room at halftime.
Third Quarter: Defensive stalemate
The third quarter was a defensive battle between both sides, with neither team able to find the end zone or add any points on the board. The Browns' defence continued to smother the Patriots' offence, setting the stage for a decisive final quarter.
Fourth Quarter: Browns close it out
Cleveland put the game to bed in the fourth quarter, adding 10 more points while keeping the Patriots scoreless. The defence held New England without a single point in the entire second half, capping an outstanding all-round performance from the Browns.
Key Performers
- Cleveland Browns Offence: An efficient unit that moved the ball at will in the first half, putting up 27 points before the break
- Cleveland Browns Defence: A suffocating performance that shut out the Patriots in the second half and limited them to just 13 points total
- Cleveland Browns Special Teams: Solid in all phases, contributing to the comprehensive victory
What This Means
For the Cleveland Browns, this comprehensive victory provides excellent momentum heading into the regular season. The first-team units looked sharp, particularly on offence, and the depth players held firm in the second half to preserve the shutout.
For the New England Patriots, there are concerns to address before the regular season kicks off. The offence struggled to sustain drives in the second half, and the defence was unable to slow down the Browns' attack in the first two quarters. The Patriots will need to use the remaining time before Week 1 to tighten up in all phases.
Scoring Summary
- Q1 (CLE): Touchdown - 17-7 Browns
- Q1 (NE): Touchdown - 17-7 Browns
- Q2 (CLE): 10 points - 27-13 Browns
- Q2 (NE): 6 points - 27-13 Browns
- Q4 (CLE): 10 points - 37-13 Browns
Match Facts
- Venue: Huntington Bank Field, Cleveland
- Competition: NFL, USA, Season 2026 - Preseason
- Date: 28 August 2026
- Status: Finished (FT)
Rivalry since 2010
Cleveland Browns vs New England Patriots Head to Head Results· 7
Cleveland Browns and New England Patriots have met 7 times — Cleveland Browns won 1, New England Patriots won 6, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. New England Patriots leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 7 meetings. A combined 337 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 48.14 per match (121 for the home side, 216 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. New England Patriots are currently unbeaten in the last 6 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 15–38 in 2022.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 29 Aug 2026